恣

Etymology

Combines 'whatever' (次) with 'heart' (心), representing acting as the heart desires—selfishly.

Symbolism

Symbolizes willfulness, arbitrariness, and indulgence. Represents acting on desires without restraint.

Related Culture & Scenes

• — Fish swimming

What does 恣 mean in Japanese?

恣 means selfish, arbitrary.

How do you read 恣?

On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: ほしいまま (hoshiimama).

How many strokes does 恣 have?

恣 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).

Is 恣 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 恣 (selfish, arbitrary) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.